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Logic Pro 10.7.2 update
App store link for Logic Pro 10.7.2 (for macOS 11.0 or later)
The Logic Pro release notes has a very long list of improvements.
(For storage space requirements, see www.apple.com/logic-pro/specs.)
 
macOS GarageBand version 10.4.5 update
GarageBand version 10.4.5 for macOS. (Requires macOS 11.0 or later)
App store only lists "Stability Improvements & Bug Fixes", but here's the release notes details:

Accessibility
- VoiceOver now reliably announces the state of controls in the GarageBand Preferences window.

Plug-ins
- Plug-ins that use PACE copy protection now work properly with GarageBand.
- The values of Alchemy synth controls now update as the controls are adjusted.

Editing
- Resizing the Smart Controls or Editor window no longer causes selected tracks to lose focus.
- It is now possible to choose "None" in the Articulation Set pop-up menu.

Undo
- Undo now works after changing the Quantization value in the Piano Roll inspector.

General
- It is now easier to resize editor windows.
- Resolves an issue where GarageBand startup screen was sometimes blank at launch.

Safari Technology Preview 136
See the release notes for a list of changes, fixes and improvements.
A download is available for macOS Big Sur and macOS Monterey.
(If a previous version is installed, use software update in System Prefs.)
 
Firefox 95.0 and Firefox ESR 91.4 updates
(Download links are on release notes pages.)
  • Firefox 95.0 release notes and security fixes.
    Includes these improvements for macOS:
    - You'll see a faster content process startup on macOS.
    - Reduced CPU usage on macOS in Firefox & WindowServer during event processing.
    - Reduced power usage of software decoded video on macOS, especially in fullscreen.
    (This includes streaming sites such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.)
    - State of controls using ARIA switch role now correctly reported by Mac OS VoiceOver.

  • Firefox ESR 91.4 includes "various security fixes".
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